Townsend Police Chief James Sartell and Groton Police Chief Michael Luth report that members of their departments executed a search warrant at a home in Townsend Sunday night and seized multiple firearms.
Townsend Police Officer Recognized by Los Angeles Police for Defending Wounded Colleague in 2008
David Phillips was working with a Los Angeles Police Gang Unit on April 2, 2008, searching for a known armed gang member wanted on warrants for carjacking and threatening to kill police. Unit members located their suspect, but he fled…
Townsend Police Department Shares Tips for Safe Fourth of July Celebrations
Chief James Sartell wishes to share several important safety tips and reminders as residents prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. According to the state Department of Fire Services and State Police, Massachusetts fire departments reported nearly 1,000 fires…
Townsend Police Respond After Vehicle Crashes into House
Chief James Sartell reports that the Townsend Police Department responded and is investigating after a vehicle crashed into a house Sunday evening.
UPDATE: Townsend Police Locate Missing Man
Chief James Sartell reports that the Townsend Police Department successfully located a missing man on Thursday afternoon. Joseph Paul Knisell, 42, had not been seen or heard from by his family since May 2, but was located safe in Manchester,…
Townsend Police Arrest and Charge Woman who Drove Into Building with Operating Under the Influence
Chief James Sartell reports that the Townsend Police Department arrested and charged a woman who drove her vehicle into a building and then fled the scene on Sunday afternoon. DEBORAH GYLES, AGE 61, of TOWNSEND, was arrested and charged with:…
Townsend Police Arrest and Charge Man Who Allegedly Fled From Attempted Traffic Stop, Crashed into House
Chief James Sartell reports that the Townsend Police Department arrested and charged a man Saturday morning after he allegedly fled following an attempted traffic stop and crashed into a home.
Townsend Police Launch Several Initiatives In Recognition of Autism Awareness Month
Police Chief James Sartell reports that the Townsend Police Department is launching three initiatives during Autism Awareness Month. The newest initiative is a registry the department has created for residents with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other conditions that may require…
North Attleborough Man Pleads Guilty to Break-In at Townsend Jewelry Store
Police Chief James Sartell reports that a man charged by Townsend Police with breaking into a Main Street jewelry store recently pleaded guilty in Ayer District Court and has been sentenced to jail time. On Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, Townsend…
Townsend Police Respond to Armed Robbery at Liquor Store
TOWNSEND — Police Chief James Sartell reports that Townsend Police responded to an armed robbery on Main Street on Wednesday night. Police received a call at 6:52 p.m. about a robbery at the Townsend Package Store, 224 Main St. The…
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